Which of these factors will affect the shear strength of material on a slope? (choose all that apply)
rock type
cohesion of sediments
strength of gravity
the orientation of bedding or metamorphic layers
angle of the slope
amount of water the material contains
Which of these are potential triggers for mass wasting events? (choose all that apply)
heavy rain
earthquake
reduction in slope angle
lithification of sediment into solid rock
shaking from construction or mining
freezing and thawing
rapid melting of snow or ice
